Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Civil Litigation Defense Attorney (2–5 Years Experience)

Seattle, WA (Hybrid Schedule Available)

$110,000–$155,000 DOE + Multiple Bonus Opportunities

A well-established and highly regarded Seattle litigation firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Defense Attorney with 2–5 years of experience to join its growing practice. This firm is known for its strong trial tradition and represents a diverse client base that includes public entities, municipalities, businesses, insurers, and professionals in complex litigation matters. Attorneys enjoy hands-on litigation experience, meaningful client contact, and the opportunity to develop their practice alongside accomplished litigators.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney seeking sophisticated defense work, courtroom exposure, and a collaborative work environment offering long-term career growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategy.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses.
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Prepare cases for trial and assist with trial proceedings.
• Communicate directly with clients, insurance representatives, and public entity stakeholders.
• Work closely with shareholders and senior attorneys on complex litigation matters.
• Maintain accurate case management and meet litigation deadlines.

Practice Areas May Include

• Insurance Defense
• General Civil Litigation
• Employment Liability
• Civil Rights Defense
• Premises Liability
• Municipal and Public Entity Defense
• Professional Liability Defense

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $110,000–$155,000 DOE
• Multiple bonus opportunities , including performance-based incentives
• Hybrid work schedule
• 100% employer-paid parking
• Comprehensive medical coverage
• 15% employer retirement contribution
• Flexible paid time off
• Paid court holidays
• CLE, bar dues, and professional development reimbursement
• Mentorship from experienced trial attorneys
• Long-term advancement and partnership-track potential

Why Join This Firm?

For more than 50 years, this respected Seattle litigation practice has built a reputation for delivering exceptional results in challenging and high-profile defense matters. Attorneys benefit from strong mentorship, meaningful courtroom experience, a collegial culture, and the opportunity to work on sophisticated litigation while maintaining work-life balance through a flexible hybrid schedule

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Washington State Bar membership, or ability to obtain admission promptly.
• 2–5 years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience handling discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage a caseload while collaborating with a litigation team.
• Trial preparation or courtroom experience is preferred.
• Insurance defense or public entity defense experience is a plus.